The Unplugged Child: Reclaim Family Connection, Focus, and Joy in a Screen-Saturated World
Written by Claire Donnelly
Narrated by Ethan Maxwell
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About this audiobook
Are you losing your child to the glow of a screen? Do you long for backyard adventures and focused family dinners, but find your home disconnected by devices? The Unplugged Child is your trusted, compassionate roadmap to reclaiming family connection, focus, and joy—even in a world saturated with screens.
Child development expert Dr. Eleanor Vance blends the latest research with practical, real-life solutions to help your family thrive. You’ll learn to recognize the signs of overconnection, understand the powerful psychology of screens, and create a personalized tech detox that truly works.
Inside you’ll discover how to:
- Identify subtle and overt signs that your child is overconnected
- Understand why screens are so compelling for young minds—and what to do about it
- Craft a personalized family media plan with realistic, value-aligned boundaries
- Implement tech-free zones and times, and manage resistance with empathy and firmness
- Replace screen time with activities that foster growth, focus, and creativity
- Teach kids critical thinking and online safety for a digital world
- Prioritize your own well-being as a parent for lasting success
Imagine family dinners filled with real conversation, afternoons exploring outdoors, and evenings dedicated to shared laughter and connection. This book gives you the blueprint to make that vision real, helping you break free from screen time struggles and reclaim your family’s well-being.
Start your journey to a more balanced, joyful future—today.
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